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Frozen Chicken Wings in Air Fryer
Cooking frozen chicken wings in air fryer is easy and with this recipe, you get the tastiest air fryer chicken wings.
I know you are probably thinking, don't I need to thaw or defrost the wings? No, you do not! you can cook frozen chicken wings in air fryer without thawing.
This recipe cooks from freezer frozen to delicious, juicy, flavorful chicken wings in a few steps. They are perfect for days when you forget to defrost chicken and need a quick appetizer or movie, game-day snack. As football fans, they are a must-have treat for our Super Bowl party.
These air fryer chicken wings are full of flavors. Toss in dry rub or your favorite sauce for that extra kick.
Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Wings Recipe
This air fryer frozen wings recipe is simple and easy to make. The chicken wings are air-fried from frozen, tossed in sauce, and ready in minutes.
If you are new to the air fryer, you are probably wondering how you can use your new kitchen gadget to simplify your cooking. Air fryer is my favorite kitchen gadget. I like the ease of cooking healthy meals in minutes, with little mess and less clean-up time. As a mom with 4 kids, sports practices, and games, sometimes dinner becomes last minute due to our tight schedule. Recipes like this air fryer frozen chicken wings are my all-time delicious go-to.
Chicken wings cooked in the air fryer uses little oil and are a healthy alternative to deep-fried wings. Another advantage of using the air fryer to cook chicken wings is that you do not need to defrost chicken before cooking. Less work and cook time! That is winning!
This air-fried chicken wings recipe is a great healthy, low-carb recipe. It is ideal for a keto, and low-carb diet.
This recipe can be used with any air fryer type. I use a 5.5 liters basket-type air fryer. Cooking time may vary slightly if using a different type of air fryer.
I like to buy chicken in bulk, portion, and repack in freezer bags ready for use for recipes like this. You can cook any type of frozen wings in the air fryer be it frozen bbq chicken wings, breaded wings, fully cooked frozen wings, etc.
Can you cook Tyson frozen wings in air fryer?
Yes, you can! The cook time will vary based on the size of the chicken wings and the air fryer type.
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Ingredients
Frozen Chicken wings
Oil (I use Olive oil)
Salt
Black Pepper
Garlic powder
Buffalo sauce (Optional)
Sriracha (Optional)
How To Cook Frozen Chicken Wings In Air Fryer
Cooking frozen chicken wings in air fryer is simple and quick. Follow these steps to get the best air-fried frozen chicken wings:
Place frozen chicken wings in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 8 minutes at 400F. (If using chicken wings that are separated into individual pieces, skip this step).
Break apart the chicken wings, and transfer to a bowl. Remove any liquid from the drain pan and basket.
Add the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, oil to the chicken wings and toss.
Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, air fry at 400 F for 10 minutes.
Flip the wings and cook for another 10 mins. If using a thermometer, the internal temperature should be at least 165 F.
Bring out the wings, toss them in buffalo sauce or any sauce of your choice, and enjoy!.
How Long To Cook Frozen Chicken Wings In Air Fryer
This varies based on the type of frozen wings if they are breaded or not, the size, the type, and the brand of the air fryer however, how long to cook frozen chicken wings is generally between 20-30 minutes.
How long do you cook Tyson frozen chicken wings in air fryer at a temperature of 400F/200C is 20-25 minutes.
Other frozen chicken wing brands like Costco, Aldi, Kirkland cook in about 20 minutes.
Ensure that the wings are cooked and safe to eat by using a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. Insert the thermometer in the thickest part of a wing, If it reads at least 165F/75C then it is safe to eat. If it is below this temperature, keep cooking it till it reaches the above temperature.
Serving Suggestion
These air fryer chicken wings are delicious with or without dipping sauce. My teenagers love the wings with ranch dressing and celery sticks. They can also be enjoyed with:
Roasted vegetables in air fryer
Air fryer roast potatoes
Carrots, broccoli, asparagus
Dipping sauces suggestions include BBq sauce, bang bang sauce, Piri Piri sauce, buffalo sauce.
How To Store
Leave chicken wings to cool completely and put them in an airtight container, you can then store them either in the fridge or in the freezer.
How to store in the fridge- Put in an airtight container or sealable freezer bag then put in the fridge where it will be preserved for up to 3 days.
To store it in the freezer- It will last for up to 3 months in the freezer. Put chicken in a freezer-safe container or Ziploc, label with name and dates before putting in the freezer.
It can be reheated in the air fryer, oven, or microwave.
To reheat in the oven, transfer frozen chicken wings to the fridge a night before to thaw (You can also reheat from frozen). Preheat oven to 350oF, put chicken wings into a baking tray, put it in the oven, and reheat for 6-8 minutes or till heated through.
For reheating in the air fryer, arrange chicken wings in the air fryer basket and bake at a temperature of 350o F for 4 minutes or till heated through.
To reheat in the microwave, put it into a microwave-safe container. Cover to retain moisture and microwave on high settings for 2 minutes or till heated through.
Tips For Air Fryer Chicken Wings
- You can use any dry rub of your choice to season the chicken wings. Some of my favorites are lemon pepper, cajun, peri peri, and jerk seasoning.
- Don't overload the air fryer basket. It's best to arrange the chicken wings in a single file and not over each other.
- Do not use Aerosol in your air fryer, use a spray bottle or brush to apply oil to food in the air fryer.
- Clean air fryer basket tray after cooking each batch if not using parchment paper to avoid smoking.
- Cooking time may vary based on air fryer model, and thickness of the chicken wings so adjust time accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should I cook wings in the air fryer?
Cook time may vary based on air fry type and the thickness of the chicken wings. As a guide, cook at 400oF for 28-30 minutes from frozen.
Do I need to defrost frozen chicken wings before air frying?
No, you do not need to defrost or thaw chicken wings before air frying. Follow the step-by-step recipe in this recipe to get the best results.
What is the best brand of frozen Chicken wings?
The brand of chicken does not affect the cooking time. Some of my favorite store brands are Sams Club, Costco, HEB, Walmart brand, and Tyson brand.
Can you cook frozen chicken wings in the Air Fryer?
Of course! Follow the step by step recipe above.
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Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Wings Recipe
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Kitchen tong
Ingredients
- 2 lbs (1kg) chicken wings frozen
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- ½ tbsp salt or to taste
- sriracha sauce optional
- buffalo sauce optional
- ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing optional
Instructions
- Place frozen chicken wings in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 8 minutes at 400F. (If using thawed chicken wings, skip this step).
- Break apart the chicken wings, and transfer to a bowl. Remove any liquid from the drain pan and basket. (If using chicken wings separated into individual pieces, skip this step).
- Add the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, oil to the chicken wings and toss.
- Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, air fry at 400 F for 10 minutes.
- Flip the wings and cook for another 10 mins. If using a thermometer, the internal temperature should be 165 F.
- Bring out the chicken wings, toss in dry rub, sriracha, or buffalo sauce, and enjoy!.
Notes
Tips
- You can use any dry rub of your choice to season the chicken wings. Some of my favorites are lemon pepper, cajun, peri peri, and jerk seasoning.
- Don't overload the air fryer basket. It's best to arrange the chicken wings in a single file and not over each other.
- Do not use Aerosol in your air fryer, use a spray bottle or brush to apply oil to food in the air fryer.
- Clean air fryer basket tray after cooking each batch if not using parchment paper to avoid smoking.
- Cooking time may vary based on air fryer model, and thickness of the chicken wings so adjust time accordingly.
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